Matcha Gingerbread Protein Bites (Printable)

No-bake energizing bites with matcha and ginger spices, perfect for a wholesome protein snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if required)
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 2 tablespoons almond flour
04 - 1 tablespoon matcha powder
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

10 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
11 - 1/4 cup almond butter (or cashew butter)
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

13 - 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, matcha powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until evenly blended.
02 - Add maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture, stirring thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms. If too dry, incorporate 1 to 2 teaspoons of water.
03 - Gently fold in mini dark chocolate chips and chopped toasted pecans if using.
04 - Portion the dough into 1-tablespoon scoops and roll into uniform balls.
05 - Place the formed bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Wholesome energizing snack
  • No baking required
02 -
  • Swap almond butter for sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months
03 -
  • For a more pronounced ginger flavor add 1 tbsp finely chopped crystallized ginger
  • If dough is too dry add extra 1 or 2 tsp water
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